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Generic
- Alfacalcidol Tablets 0.25μg 「AMEL」: 100 Tablets
- $37.79
Up to 5 pieces per person
10% discount for total amount over $100
shipping schedule : 5 to 10 working days after payment confirmation
warehouse：Japan1
Manufacturer ：Kyowa Pharmaceutical Industry
Brand ：Kyowa Pharmaceutical Industry
JAN Code：----
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Description
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This medicine becomes active vitamin D3 in the liver and acts on the intestine and bone, etc., to promote intestinal calcium absorption, dissolve bone minerals and form bones.
It is usually used to improve various symptoms (hypocalcemia, tetany, bone pain, bone lesion, etc.) associated with abnormal vitamin D metabolism in patients with chronic renal failure, hypoparathyroidism and vitamin D-resistant rickets/osteomalacia, and to treat osteoporosis.
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Presentation
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100 tablets
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Feature
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white tablet, diameter: approx. 6.1mm, thickness: approx. 2.2mm
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Active Ingredients
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Alfacalcidol
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Effect/Efficacy
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This medicine becomes active vitamin D3 in the liver and acts on the intestine and bone, etc., to promote intestinal calcium absorption, dissolve bone minerals and form bones.
It is usually used to improve various symptoms (hypocalcemia, tetany, bone pain, bone lesion, etc.) associated with abnormal vitamin D metabolism in patients with chronic renal failure, hypoparathyroidism and vitamin D-resistant rickets/osteomalacia, and to treat osteoporosis.
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Usage/Dosage
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Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is (( to be written by a healthcare professional))
For osteoporosis: In general, for adults, take 0.5 to 1.0 mcg, and for children, take 0.01 to 0.03 mcg/kg of the active ingredient at a time, once a day. The dosage may be adjusted according to age or symptoms.
For chronic renal failure: In general, for adults, take 0.5 to 1.0 mcg, and for children, take 0.05 to 0.1 mcg/kg of the active ingredient at a time, once a day. The dosage may be adjusted according to age/symptoms.
For hypoparathyroidism, vitamin D-resistant rickets/osteomalacia: In general, for adults, take 1.0 to 4.0 mcg, and for children, take 0.05 to 0.1 mcg/kg of the active ingredient at a time, once a day. The dosage may be adjusted according to the disease, age, symptoms or type of disease.
This preparation contains 0.25 mcg of the active ingredient in a tablet. In any case, strictly follow the instructions.
If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible.
However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
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Cautions
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The following patients may need to be careful when using this medicine.
Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist.
If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
Precautions while taking this medicine
Do not take any over-the-counter medicines or dietary supplements containing a large amount of calcium or vitamin D without consulting your doctor. Excessive intake of calcium and vitamin D would be of concern.
For healthcare professional use only
Storage conditions and other information
Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a light shielding condition, away from heat and moisture.
Discard the remainder. Do not store them. Consult your pharmacy or medical institution about how to discard them.
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Contraindication
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The most commonly reported adverse reactions include itch, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, gastric pain, conjunctival hyperemia and rash. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
decreased urine output, edema, general malaise[acute renal failure]
general malaise, loss of appetite, yellowness in the skin or whites of the eye[liver dysfunction, jaundice]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
